Covering MLB with a focus on the St. Louis Cardinals and Kansas City Royals
The Cardinals pulled their first fish out of this year’s free agent waters on Thursday, by inking first baseman Mark Reynolds. Reynolds adds more right-handed power to a bench that struggled to find a consistent source of productive depth over the last few years behind its front eight.
Over the last week, the Cardinals have made two moves that have locked up and solidified the left side of the infield for years to come.
While much of the success that a team has comes from its own preparation, what goes on around them also plays a huge factor. The Cardinals have been among the most successful clubs at concisely addressing their needs this winter, but how has the rest of the National League Central done?
In the continued offseason evolution of the Cardinal roster, the team parted ways with three players on Tuesday, as the free agent free-for-all continues to inch closer.
The big question regarding the Cardinals going ahead is how will all of the assets they have fit into one roster. One thing that is for certain is that the biggest variable is the team’s most versatile player, Matt Carpenter.
There have been numerous reports recently that the St. Louis Cardinals are interested in White Sox starter Jake Peavy.
In the current moment, Cub fans will love the move. They will view it as a headache gone. Organizationally however, it is a hard loss.
For several years now the Royals have had one of the better farm systems in Major League Baseball. Most teams should be so lucky.
Rick Ankiel makes his return to St. Louis on May 13.
A change in pitching scenery is working for the former No. 1 draft pick.
